Alternatives to Avast SecureLine VPN

A subscription VPN app from Avast for encrypting internet traffic on desktop and mobile devices. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.

Replacements

Listings that take over the same core job as Avast SecureLine VPN.

  • NordVPN

    Large commercial VPN with the WireGuard-based NordLynx protocol.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    NordVPN adds a very large server network, Linux support, the WireGuard-based NordLynx protocol and threat protection, though renewal pricing is much higher than the first term.

  • ExpressVPN

    Commercial VPN with RAM-only servers and its own Lightway protocol.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    ExpressVPN adds Linux apps, router firmware, RAM-only servers and the Lightway protocol with published audits, but it is among the most expensive consumer VPNs.

  • Surfshark

    VPN with unlimited simultaneous devices on one subscription.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    Surfshark allows unlimited simultaneous devices, adds Linux support, RAM-only servers and multi-hop routing, and is merged with Nord Security rather than tied to an antivirus vendor.

  • Proton VPN

    A VPN from the Proton Mail company with a free tier that has no data cap, and open source clients.

    FreemiumOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    Proton VPN offers a free tier with no data cap, open source audited clients, a Linux app and a Swiss no-logs policy, instead of a closed Avast client.

  • Mullvad VPN

    A flat-rate VPN service with anonymous account numbers instead of usernames, and open source apps.

    PaidOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    Mullvad VPN uses anonymous account numbers, open source apps and a flat €5 monthly price with Linux support, but has no free trial or free tier.

  • F-Secure VPN

    A paid commercial VPN service from F-Secure that encrypts your connection and hides your IP address.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOSAndroidiOS

    F-Secure VPN is another closed-source security vendor VPN on the same four platforms, with automatic public Wi-Fi protection, a 30-day trial and locations in over 20 countries.

  • Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection

    A commercial VPN app from Kaspersky that encrypts your internet traffic on public and home networks.

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    Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection is a comparable closed-source VPN from an antivirus vendor on the same platforms, sold alone or with other Kaspersky products.

  • Avira Phantom VPN

    Avira's VPN app with a free data allowance and a paid unlimited plan.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindowsAndroid

    Avira Phantom VPN adds a free tier with a data cap and is bundled with Avira Prime, but only runs on Windows and Android.

Similar software

Related functionality, not a direct replacement.